Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the former Majority Leader and current Member of Parliament for Suame, has called on parliamentary leadership to engage in constructive dialogue with Speaker Alban Bagbin to address the recent impasse that has disrupted proceedings in Parliament.

Speaking on Joy News' PM Express, he said open communication is key to resolving the growing tensions and ensuring the House remains effective in its operations.

With the December 7 general elections approaching, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu emphasized the importance of unity and functionality within Parliament.

He warned that if these issues are not resolved, they could have a detrimental impact on the upcoming elections, stressing that parliamentary cooperation is essential to maintain the credibility and continuity of Ghana's democratic processes.

Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu pointed out that communication and collaboration between leaders is necessary to defuse the recent tensions, which emerged following Speaker Bagbin’s decision on October 17 to declare four parliamentary seats vacant.

The Speaker’s ruling led to the indefinite adjournment of Parliament, raising concerns about potential disruptions to critical legislative work as the elections draw near.

The Suame MP further expressed concerns about the implications of a prolonged parliamentary deadlock on both the legal and procedural frameworks necessary for the election.

He warned that a continued standoff could delay vital preparations and impact the smooth functioning of the electoral cycle.

Adding to his concerns, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu noted that the Electoral Commission is expected to bring a Constitutional Instrument (CI) before Parliament, which has not yet been submitted.

This CI is crucial as it outlines the legal framework for the December 7 elections, and without it, the electoral process could face significant complications and risk falling behind schedule.

In remarks to the media on Monday, October 28, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu underscored the urgency of resolving the impasse:

“Maybe we need to engage because elections should be held. And if elections must be held, every time that the presidential and general elections are going to be held, the Electoral Commission, for instance, will bring a CI to regulate the elections.”